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great vibe, lots of comfy spots- would be great for studying but also nice to chat with a friend or…read moredo one of the puzzles they have. super interesting concept as well, definitely worth checking out if you've never been before. good selection of drinks and some snacks as well

A cool and interesting place to work - pay by the hour and enjoy the quiet ! Snacks and tea and…read morecoffee- a good variety - loved the front door - it's like a hidden " office " space Cosy and interesting !

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Entrance from the street

Café Olimpico

4.4(45 reviews)

0.6 km•Ville-Marie

This small little coffee shop was located right around the corner from our hotel. It's a small and…read morecozy shop with just a few tables inside. It can get busy and the lines form out the door, but the pastries and coffee are worth it. We ordered the chocolate and pistachio filled croissants and donuts. I would rate both chocolate and pistachio filled croissants a 9/10 and the donut versions of each a 7/10. I felt the croissants tasted better and had more filling. We ordered the Remix which is authentic freddo expresso, cafe crema soft serve and topped off with hot frothed milk and chocolate. This was a 10/10 and was every bit of amazing as it looks in the picture. Service was fast and friendly. One note, they don't have flavored coffees, so I couldn't order a caramel latte, for example. Overall, great coffee shop that we enjoyed every day during our stay.

Line was out the door but service was pretty quick. The remix coffee was so good. The coffee was…read morestrong and was perfectly made. The place is small but was lucky to have found a couple of empty tables so we were able to eat the croissants, breakfast sandwiches and our coffee inside. We were too late for the pistachio filled croissant tho. The servers are pleasant and even gave us a couple of free cookies because we ordered a lot.

Caffe crema & caffe freddo

Cortado

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5 Senses Bistro Bar

3.1(8 reviews)

This place has so much potential - it's a beautiful indoor space…read more However, the food is simply not at all worth the expensive price. The crepe tasted bad with artificial sweetening and strange dough with bland taste. The cocktail (strawberry mojito) also had an artificial flavoring to the juice that did not taste like strawberry - not worth $16. The white wine (Chardonnay)was possibly worse tasting than cooking wine, but this was at least affordable compared to everything else. $80+ for 3 people and all we ordered were 3 drinks and 1 crepe, made with low quality ingredients. Maybe their dinner and lunch meals are better, they had an extensive menu, but we did not have a good experience.

This cafe is so nice. The ambiance is welcoming and eclectic. They also have a menu full of options…read moreand everything looks so good. On my visit I only got the frozen mocha but I plan on trying some of their food soon. They give you a buzzer to pick up your items and the wait wasn't long for 2 drinks. About 5 minutes. I recommend visiting during non peak hours as the best seats will get picked up fast.

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Café Olimpico

4.6(157 reviews)

1.8 km•Ville-Marie

This is a MUST TRY if you are ever in the Montreal area. I saw this on Instagram and I'm sure lots…read moreof other people did since the place was very busy. Every location I went to was full but the line goes by quickly. This specific location is in old Montreal so if you're doing sightseeing it's a great spot to chill. The cafe crema is insane. The texture and flavor of this is something I've never had before. The coffee flavor is strong but not offensively strong. Even if you're not a fan of coffee I'd still suggest you try it. The affogato was lovely with the espresso and gelato mixing it creates that lovely icy texture on the outside. It is more pricey so I'd say the safe crema is the way to go.

I stumbled upon this gem around the corner from my hotel under less-than-ideal circumstances--we…read morewere heading out at the crack of dawn for a 13-hour tour to Quebec City, and my hotel's breakfast (promised at 6 AM) was MIA at 6:20. Panic mode. Thankfully, this place saved the day with its warm and inviting ambiance. We grabbed coffees and croissants, and the owner was quick and efficient, getting us sorted in no time. Even at that ungodly hour, there were already two locals and a dog chatting with the patron--always a good sign of a neighborhood favorite. Can't complain at all. I'm in Vieux Montreal for a few more days and will definitely be back.

Espresso

Cozy window seat

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Café et Crêpe

3.8(94 reviews)

0.9 km•Ville-Marie

Delicious crepes and smoothies! Such friendly service and a lovely outdoor terrace during the…read moresummer.

What a cute place! My boyfriend is celiac, so we needed a crepe place that had gluten-free options…read more I was a little hesitant to try a buckwheat crepe, but I wasn't hungry enough for my own. I was worried for nothing! It was so tasty! We had whipped cream and strawberries with nutella on the side for me. They were very accommodating and let us know that it would take a little extra time for the gluten-free crepe. No biggie! It was worth the wait. I definitely recommend this as an option if you have to go gluten-free (or even if you don't!!)

It was fresh, I'll give it that.

Cinnamon, apple, caramel crepe & banana, strawberry, Nutella crepe.

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La Finca

4.5(208 reviews)

Such a cute coffee shop! I'd say get here early or there will be a line up. There's seating at the…read morefront section of the cafe but there's almost a back section and a little terrace. I saw the breakfast danish online but they unfortunately don't make that anymore. I opted for the breakfast sandwich instead and it didn't disappoint! The BLT bagel was also very yummmy. Bacon was cooked to perfection. Nice and crispy. The iced mocha was delicious. London Fog latte could've been stronger (but I love earl grey and I prefer a verrry strong earl grey taste). In addition to food and beverages, they also sell cute merch (totes, shirts, hats, etc).

I got the Shashoka and French toast and cinnamon roll croissant. Very good! Food came out quickly…read more It was very busy, but there was plenty of seating.

Bundt cake and soup

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Columbus Café

3.5(10 reviews)

Got a peach iced tea and muffin (raspberry and white chocolate). It was okay, however I couldn't…read morereally taste the white chocolate, and the iced tea did taste a bit watered down. The cafe itself is nice on the inside.

This cafe was close to where we were staying and good enough that we made repeat visits. Excellent…read morelattes and muffins. I typically have to add sweetener to my coffees but not here! Service was good and there was plenty of space inside with great windows for people watching. All boxes checked.

White chocolate and Raspberry Muffin

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MBCo La Boulangerie de Montréal

4.1(25 reviews)

1.2 km•Ville-Marie

I was trying to find a coffee place with some food using the maps app and I got so confused…read more Finding this massive underground mall with a ton of choices was a lot to take in at 7am. Thankfully after walking around and checking out the option I settled on this place, it had a decent crowd so I figured it was promising. They were very quick with their services having multiple people on coffee and pretty much one handling food and one floating between the register and everything else. Pretty quick service. Coffee was good, not bitter. The Lox Bagel was pretty good, although it got smashed a bit when they cut it. Pretty fresh, though the tomato wasn't ripe. Definitely a good spot to start your day.

Went to this place on a total whim, as we were staying at a connected hotel, and was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The food looks great in the case and fortunately tasted about as good. Also, the staff transitioned from French to English with ease and no fuss. Also, it was great for my kids because of its proximity to the vortex fountain. If you are looking for a super quick and delicious breakfast, this is a sold option.

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Le Petit Dep

4.3(134 reviews)

1.5 km•Ville-Marie

Stopped in for a quick coffee and a bite to eat. This place is unquestionably charming. Very old…read moreschool, loved the look of it! It was also very packed, lots of tourists, a little bit hard to get a table actually. When we finally got seated I was delighted to get the most delicious cappuccino. I loved the coffee flavor, they did a great job. The food was also pretty good! I got a smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel which was tasty and my wife went with the salad Nicoise which she said was great. Overall, gotta give this place 5 stars. Definitely recommended if you're in the area and looking for a good coffee and/or meal.

A quintessential Montréal neighbourhood dépanneur . Le Dep nails the authentic local corner store…read morevibe tourists crave. Great spot to grab ready-to-eat sandwiches, smoked meat subs and cold drinks for a quick stroll around the historic district. Staff are warm and bilingual, quick with recommendations for hidden nearby eateries. Prices are reasonable for downtown Old Montréal, no crazy tourist markup.

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Flat white

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Café Castel

3.8(66 reviews)

0.4 km•Ville-Marie

Talk about ambience, I can't imagine a place with more than that of Cafe Castel. Quaint,…read morecomfortable and a warm staff. Offerings include breakfast sandwiches, glorious croissants, salads and cake slices to name a few. My egg and cheese croissant sandwich had lettuce on it, which was unexpected, but easy enough to remove. Coffee and latte were both marvelous, as reported by the drinkers of these beverages. Very centrally located and on the bus line.

I am disappointed I didn't try any of their desserts! Their cakes and pastries all looked so…read moreyummy! I did enjoy the oat milk latte that I ordered and it came with these cute latte art. Service was ok. It's mostly self-service: you order from the counter and get your food and drink from the counter when ready. Ambiance was a mix of hip and chic. It's a small space with limited seating.

The interior ambience

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Cristina M.

8 years ago

shocking no recycling on any kind in the coffee shops this is an outcry read more

T M.

14 years ago

Favorite place to unwind after work. Open 24 hours!

Carlos S.

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257

11 years ago

Love the decor. The service and coffee was good.

Jeanette L.

258

13 years ago

Great espresso.

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